Tag: Investments

Risk Management Chapter Sees Demand Increase

Eighteen months after its Northwest Arkansas chapter was formed, interest in education opportunities from the Risk Management Association is rising.

Northwest Arkansas Business Journal Takes Fast 15 Nominations

The Northwest Arkansas Business Journal announces open nominations for the Fast 15, profiles of 15 of Northwest Arkansas? youngest professionals on the fast track to success.

WaMu Mug on eBay

We didn?t know whether to laugh or cry when we saw a WaMu coffee mug being auctioned on ebay just days after the bank?s failure.

Discount Retailers a Shelter in the Storm (Touch Points)

While financials have been battered and the broader index is now down more than 25 percent from its all-time high of 14,164 set Oct. 9, investors ? reckoning correctly that folks still have to eat and dress ? have put their faith in discount retailers dur

Eliminate Surprises When Initiating Company Changes (Human Factor by Grey Williams)

If you are an entrepreneur, business owner or executive, the chances are good that you relish the opportunity to improve and innovate, whether that means introducing a new product, automating a process, or even rearranging job duties.

2008 Northwest Arkansas 40 Under 40 Class Bucks Birth Order Trends

The 2008 Northwest Arkansas Business Journal 40 Under 40 class shows that making generalizations about birth order can be problematic.

Wal-Mart 2Q Net Grows; Announces AC/DC Deal

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. of Bentonville bucked the retail sector trend of declining profits with a 17 percent improvement versus the second quarter in 2007.

Generational Conversations: Finding the Common Ground (Human Factor by Carla D. Sloan)

No matter in which generation we were born, we all engage in conversations. Conversations can range from dull to provocative. At the lower end of the spectrum, no thinking is involved.

Walton Estate Scores Big With Solar

A sharp investment in solar energy netted a payday of around $350 million for the estate of Wal-Mart heir John T. Walton earlier this month.

Investors Should Examine Their Taste for Volatility (Opinion)

In recent weeks we?ve seen days where the Dow Jones industrial average was down 300 followed by an up 300 day.

Companies Enjoy Benefits of Employee Ownership

Area companies have used employee stock option programs to transfer ownership to the employees, allowing the companies workers to benefit from the company’s financial success.

Increase Your Marketing Budget in Recession (Martin Thoma Commentary)

History shows that a recession is not a storm from which to hide but a crucible in which to grab market share and position for a much more profitable future.

Hello, HP (Editorial)

If Arkansas doesn’t provide economic incentives, other states will, and it may be time to reconsider Amendment 82’s $500 million qualifying limit.

Economic Theory Translates To ‘Real World’ in Arkansas (Market Forecast by Jeff Collins)

Understanding economics can help you in the ‘real world.’

Successful Leadership Found In Three Pertinent Priorities (Human Factor by Ron Maines)

Patrick Townsend and Joan Gebhardt observed three common priorities that form the basis for leadership.

Small Business Owners Squeeze in Time for Vacation

Forty-one percent of small business owners will not be among those fighting the vacation crowds, according to a recent survey conducted by American Express.

Skill Diversification Boosts Job Security

As if Americans haven’t already been rattled by rising food and fuel prices, escalating inflation and declining home values, an increase in unemployment has begun to displace many and stress others.

Diversification Generates New Revenue Source

Employees aren’t the only ones who can profit from diversifying their talents; business owners can use the concept of diversification to add new means of income.

‘Lost Generation’ Finding its Way (Commentary by Jeffrey Wood)

Combine seasonal wanderlust with a pressured economic market and everyday distractions can bleed into detachment.

Fed Inflation Numbers Out of Sync with Reality (Market Forecast by Kerry Watkins-Bradley)

The government keeps telling us inflation as measured by the consumer price index has averaged about 3.5 percent over the past four quarters.

Restoration plans begin with the historic Carnegie Library building

HVAC warehouse was the top Sebastian County property deal in July-October period

2024 building permit values down 45% in the Fort Smith metro

Messer to open $70 million industrial gas plant in Berryville in 2026